SHEPHERD NEWS - German Shepherd Dog League NSW Inc.

Official Publication of the German Shepherd Dog League Inc
Secretary Fay Stokes 02 4777 4241 123 Whitegates Rd Londonderry 2753
February 2010
FLTLT Tanya Evans. SAVE A SHEPHERD www.saveashepherd.webs.com
Welcome to new members:
Grahame Simpson, Chris McArthur ,Roslyn McLosker ,Glen Barlow , Kate Micallef , Nathan Lubben ,
Ania & Allen Cetinic , Amany Georgy Hany Georgy Fady Georgy Magdy Georgy , Belinda Eliazarian ,
David & Teneille Campbell , Amy & Shane Cahill , Chris McArthur , Roslyn McLosker , Tony Peerenboom
Christopher & Karen Groves , Michael & Jade Roberts , Lynne & Timothy Gehrke , Jacqui Orford,
Mark, Robyn, Robert, Catherine & Nicola Thomas , Dennis & Catherine Rodriguez , John Sadler ,
Stewart & Olivia Pullen Karoline Doerner , Tony, Robyn, Nicholas & Aimee Findlater ,
John & Virginia Akrap , Sheela, Sonita & Tyson Thomas & Thomas Philipose
Gregory, Juana, Daniel & William Krywiel , Tracy Lee & Bruce Lyons , Anita & Tim Spencer ,
Life Members
K Hedberg P&T Jarvis, D Gottschalk
D&P Kilner A Mackenzie, D Goldstien,
S O'Rourke L Spalding, M Davidson
F Stokes L&C Reilly D&E Brodie,
Editor – Craig Babbage Ph 9628 7064 or newshepherdnews@optusnet.com.au www.gsdl.info

By LAC Aaron Curran
Air Force News
Next time you feel you need a rest and a break from it all,
spare a thought for FLTLT Tanya Evans.
FLTLT Evans and her husband, PLTOFF Andrew Evans,
spend every spare moment of their time looking after and
rehabilitating German Shepherds. A day off to them is a
foreign concept.
Both are aeronautical engineers based in Canberra and for the
past year have opened up their hearts – and wallets – for
German Shepherds in distress.
“We rescue abandoned, abused, neglected and unwanted
German Shepherds,” FLTLT Evans said.
“It is common for us to drive to a pound in Sydney to pick up
a dog or even as far as West Wyalong, Griffith, Wagga or
Newcastle.”
They started their work, ‘Save a Shepherd’, in July 2008 after
taking in a Shepherd-cross pup.
“It just exploded from there,” FLTLT Evans said.
“When we looked at breeding we saw a lot of backyard dodgy
jobs and dogs that needed urgent help. So instead of going
down the breeding path we decided to help the dogs that are
already out there and in threat of being put to sleep.”
PLTOFF Evans already had a love for the breed, so it was an
easy decision for him to make. On their property at Goondah,
about 80km north-west of Canberra, they can accommodate
up to 16 Shepherds, but have occasionally had more than that.
Displaying dedication to their charitable work, they
purchased the property solely to accommodate their rescued
dogs and now commute more than an hour each way to work.
“This is what we do when we are not at work,” PLTOFF
Evans said.
“Transport, administration and looking after them takes a lot
of time and effort. We do get some donations, but generally
the adoption fees we charge help to cover the vet work.”
Outside of the vet work, the Evans’ pay for all the food and
transport costs out of their own pockets.
‘Save a Shepherd’ is trying to become a registered charity.
They said they are not in it for monetary profit, only to find a
Shepherd a good home.
“Most of the dogs we get are between four to six years of
age,” FLTLT Evans said.
“The only ones we will not take are the human-aggressive
ones and generally the pounds won’t release them, anyway.”
They have, at times, contacted the Military Working Dog
Section at RAAF Base Amberley for advice.
“We ask for advice from them if we have one that has some
training issues,” she said.
When asked about the highlight of their work so far, they said
the case of Max, a nine-year-old Shepherd, was one they
remember most.
“Max was with us for more than eight months,” FLTLT
Evans said.
“He was older and was not socialised with other dogs, but he
was the nicest dog to people you will ever meet.
Then we received a phone call from ACAUST AVM Mark
Skidmore, who ended up adopting Max after coming out to see
us.”
Older Shepherds are harder to find homes for due to the fact they
can have age related health issues, such as arthritis, as was the
case with Max.
When asked how long they see themselves rescuing and adopting
out German Shepherds, FLTLT Evans and her husband looked at
each other. “It will be too hard to stop now,” she said.
For more information on adopting a German Shepherd, or to help
‘Save a Shepherd’ become a recognised charity, visit
www.saveashepherd.webs.com
Article supplied by Air Force News/Defence.
Simone Liebelt
Editor
Air Force News
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Editor – Craig Babbage Ph 9628 7064 or newshepherdnews@optusnet.com.au www.gsdl.info

Presidents Report – Graeme Stevenson
The GSDCA AGM last weekend, 13 & 14 February, was held
in Perth. Coming home on the “red-eye” and fronting up to
work on Monday was a bit difficult. Apart from this difficulty,
the meeting went well. You will need to view the agenda that
came with the last National Review so that you are more
informed on the following.
This year the voting strength of each Sate Club was as follows
and this is based on the membership of each club.
ACT; 3 votes, Broken Hill; 1 vote, GSDL 9 votes, Newcastle 3
votes, NT 1 vote, Qld 5 votes, SA 5 votes, Tas 2 votes, Vic 10
votes and WA 6 votes.
Item 1 on the agenda, a constitutional change, was withdrawn
due to technicalities of the submission.
Bruce Knight held the position of President, Barry O’Rourke
gained the position of Judges Committee Chairperson and
Joylene Neddermeyer regained the position of Rules and
Regulations Officer. Congratulations go to these position
holders for the next two years.
Items 16.1, 16.2, 16.3 Motions were carried
Item 16.4 Motion was lost
Item 17.1 Motion was withdrawn.
Items 19.1, 19.2 , 19.3, 19.4, 20.1 Motions were carried
A number of 60-day motions will be sent to the clubs for
further voting.
Professor Bob Wyburn attended the meeting to receive his
GSDCA service medal to the German Shepherd. In question
time I asked Bob about Acetabular Fossa scoring. His answer
was a little technical but with research I understand that the
Acetabular Fossa is a depressed area in the floor of the
acetabulum above the acetabular notch.
I also understand it to be a thin line/area that is relatively
translucent, representing fat deposits and where increased
opacity is the result of increased bone deposits and this is what
is measured and scored. The bone deposits are almost always
associated with the level of sublaxation.
“Medically, objective numerical scoring of this criterion is
difficult, but as changes are likely to be recorded only in dogs
with a total score considerably higher than average, the
importance of a high level of accuracy is diminished.”
(Ref: http://www.online-vets.com/hipscore_2.html)
The scoring in this area with low or limited sublaxation is a
contentious issue among breeders and there was quite some
discussion on this issue and will continue to be controversial,
especially with animals scored on the Acetabular Fossa only.
I wish to take this opportunity to welcome the new committee
of the Campbelltown Branch and look forward to them moving
on and creating a stronger branch that services the
Campbelltown area with high quality obedience instruction.
Judy and Alan Connors have retired from the Demonstration
Team and I take this opportunity to thank them for their
tireless dedication to the team. Judy has asked that the
following be put in Shepherd News and I felt it to best to
place this in my report.
It is with some sadness that we, Alan and Judy Connors,
after 11 years with the GSDL Demonstration Team have
decided to step down and hand over the reins to younger
team members, knowing that they are capable of putting
enthusiasm and energy into the Team.
We have been proud of what we have done by getting our
beautiful German Shepherds out to the Public.
We know that the Team will put their dogs first, because
this has been our aim always, we are promoting the dogs
above anything else. Our lovely breed is for loving
families and as companion dogs first.
Thanking you.
Judy Connors.
I look forward to the future with the Demonstration Team
moving forward. I hope at a future time Judy and Alan will
again become a part of the team.
The extended breed standard for our German Shepherd Dog
which was put together by a sub-committee of the GSDCA
has been submitted to the ANKC for approval and will be
made available to members on the GSDCA and the GSDL
web-site as soon as approval is reached.
National Council was quite interested in our association with
“Save a Shepherd” and I am sure that the organisers of this
service will be duly recognised.
The GSDL is in the process of putting the 2011 National
together and we will be looking for sponsors in the near
future. If any of our members can help in this area, the gesture
will be greatly appreciated. The National is a rather large
event to organise and hold and all help forthcoming will be
appreciated. If you are interested in any way or know of any
organisation that is interested in supporting the National,
please contact your secretary, Fay Stokes.
The Tattoo Database is moving along very well and hip and
elbow data is being transferred onto it. Microchip numbers are
also being recorded and the area of tattoo vs microchip is
being investigated at this present time. A DNA database will
most likely be investigated in the near future.
The Historical Edition of the National review, being put
together by James Roger, will be out this year and
advertisements are being sought to supplement the cost of
production. Forms are available on the Council and GSDL
web-sites.
Our Championship Show at Easter with Margit Van Dorssen
will host a Saturday night talk by Margit and a light super will
be available. Further details will be forthcoming. Look
forward to seeing you there.
All the best for 2010.

New Members for the GSDL Demonstration Team
Do you love your German Shepherd?
Do you love spending quality time with your beautiful dog?
Do you want to show that you are a proud German Shepherd owner?
& drop, then . .
is stable around all other dogs and is able to heel, sit
Why not become a member of the German Shepherd Demonstration Team?
We are looking for new members and want to talk to anyone who might be interested.
For more information, please contact
Tracey: Phone 0415102962 (m) 9604 6425 (Home)
OR
Annette: Phone 0402893569 (m) 9716 8648 (After hours)

AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE JUDGING OF THE BITCH CLASSES AT OUR EASTER CH. SHOW &
TRIAL IN THE GSDL CLUB HOUSE AFTER A SMALL BREAK FOR DINNER
TIME
COST
DINNER
7 P.M.
NIL
Chicken, Salad, Bread Roll, Tea & Coffee will be available to those requiring
dinner at a cost of $5.00 per person.
TO BE PAID ON THE DAY,
However it is essential we know the number to cater for.
Please note that although we are able to provide a small meal prior to the commencement of the
Seminar, there will be no tables or chairs set up inside only the seating for the Seminar.
BOOKINGS
Are essential both for dinner and seating at the Seminar
Bookings close 26 th March 2010
CONTACT Fay Stokes - 02 4777 4241
fay_stokes@dodo.com.au
to book either for the dinner and Seminar or just for the Seminar.

Entree- Spring Roll, Prawn Toast, Seafood Dumpling
Main - King Prawn with Salt & Pepper
Sliced Steak with Teriyaki Sauce
Ming's Sang Tung Chicken
Sizzling Mongolian Lamb
Special Fried Rice and Boiled Rice
Fried Ice Cream - Tea &Coffee

Rescue and Welfare Report
Sadly the influx of dogs coming into pounds over the
December and January has been devastating resulting in many
pounds being filled to capacity. This is turn meant that dogs
were euthanased by their due date to make room for yet more
dogs to come in.
Save A Shepherd was also full to its capacity of 17 dogs in late
December as a result of the increased numbers of German
Shepherds being abandoned at pounds and also due to an
increase in the number of dogs surrendered directly often via a
call made to the league.
Thanks to Save a Shepherd and also to the work undertaken by
the ladies of the Animal Welfare League the majority of our
breed were saved with many having already found loving new
homes.
There were a number of particularly sad cases amongst the
dogs rescued from pounds. One male now called Roscoe,
( Roscoe No 2 )was in appalling condition, covered in mange,
very thin, with weeping eyes. This dog had suffered for some
time before finding himself in the pound. Save a Shepherd
took him in from Canterbury Pound and have nursed him back
to health and 6 year old Roscoe is now looking for a loving
home.
There was also the story of Digger . The wonderful volunteers
at Blacktown Pound thought that Digger was a very old dog
judging by his appearance. Digger was a walking skeleton and
he was so weak that he could barely stand on his feet. A week
after arriving at the pound his owner turned up as she had
received a letter from the pound advising her of Diggers fate.
The poor lady broke down at the sight of her dog and the
horrific condition that he was in. Digger had disappeared over
a year ago and he was only 3 years old.
A very disturbing trend is occurring at a number of pounds,
particularly Blacktown and Hawkesbury where old German
Shepherds and bitches past breeding age are being dumped.
Poor older girls with their sad eyes and their hanging breasts,
evidence of having had many litters find themselves dumped in
a concrete cage waiting for death.
One of these Jazzy was rescued by SAS and is now enjoying
life in her new home.
Sadly it is much more difficult to find homes for these older
dogs and so many are not rescued due to the limited numbers
that rescue groups can accommodate.
A number of tattooed dogs in very poor condition were also
rescued from a number of pounds, one of which Xanthe is
being fostered by the wonderful Carole Haworthe formerly of
GSD Rescue in the UK, who does so much for our breed in
transporting them from the pounds to meet up with Tanya and
Andrew of Save A Shepherd
Of the over 30 dogs, rescued by Save A Shepherd since late
November, 21 have been rehomed to date.
Last month the league sent $500, donated by members via their
member ship renewals to the Yass Vet who does all the vet
work for SAS.
Again I would like to thank the members for their generosity
in donating to welfare and I can assure you that all funds will
be used solely for the rehabilitation and care of our shepherds
in need.
Thank you also to the Demonstration Team for the funds they
raised which I have sent to SAS
My thanks to my wonderful assistant Jo Tucker who has a
heart of gold . Jo took over whilst I was away for a week
During this period she rescued Clint a young GSD boy from
Blacktown Pound . Unfortunately at this time SAS were at
capacity and unable to accommodate any more dogs so Jo
took Clint home with her and looked after him until Tanya
was able to take him. Clint now has a great home in Canberra
but without Jo , Clint would not be alive today.
If there are any members who would like to assist with
welfare work we would love to hear from you.
Hetty Ph 9680-1319, Jo Ph 9476-2782, 0415 318 613
JOCK’S STORY - ( Jock No 1)
Little is known about Jock`s earlier life but late last year he
found himself at Renbury Pound. The staff there thought that
he was a great dog and to save him from the needle gave him
the job as the pound’s resident security dog.
Jock was then housed in a pen near the entrance of the pound.
Unfortunately Jock did not have what it takes to be a security
dog as he was a lover not a fighter so it was back to the pound
kennel block for him.
The pound contacted Tanya Evans of SAS and she organized
to collect Jock along with a number of other German
Shepherd Dogs the following Saturday.
Tanya had asked Jo and myself to collect another tattooed
boy from kennels at Schofields where he had been
recuperating from desexing after being rescued by the AWL
from Hawkesbury Pound.
Jo and I met up with Tanya at Renbury and helped with
toiletting and loading up 3 GSDs and 2 labradors going to Lab
Rescue. It was here that Jo and I got to know Jock and River,
both very loving boys. Weeks late I received a call via the
league, from a lady called Melanie who wanted to adopt a
rescue dog. Melanie had 2 boys about 8 – 12 years old and I
recommended Jock as he was a particularly gentle boy.
Melanie and the boys drove from the Central Coast to Yass,
the following weekend, to collect the new addition to their
family, Jock.
The family is delighted with Jock who is now living a life of
luxury and is very loved.
Below is an email received from Melanie at Xmas time and
she has kindly given us permission to print it in Shepherd
News.
I believe that the email says it all -----
Editor – Craig Babbage Ph 9628 7064 or newshepherdnews@optusnet.com.au www.gsdl.info

Sent: Sunday, January 03, 2010 9:30 PM
Subject: Merry Christmas from gorgoeous Jock and his
family...
Hello to you all...
Just a quick email from Jock and us to wish you all the very
best for 2010... and to let you know how Jock is going...
He is just excellent... He no longer sleeps on my bed, but under
it... which is a great compromise for both of us... He usually
stays in with my youngest in the evening until Cruize goes to
sleep and then slinks into my room and disappears under the
bed...
I walk him every morning – and some afternoons my eldest
will take him for a walk to the park after school. I was going
out early prior anyone else and was practising some off lead
time at a local park... Now he comes straight away when called
and can go off lead when there are other dogs around.
We now take him to the beach and he goes off lead... he is just
marvellous – and gets lots of lovely comments... He comes
(most times) straight away when called and just prances
around, close by... at the moment, I am working on getting him
used to the water/waves, and he no longer tries to stop me
going in the water and will race me out to about shoulder
height – there is an excellent beach that is very shallow for a
long way, so it is great for this.
He truly is a big show-off and loves any attention... (Today
however, he got baled up by a Chihuahua which was quite
funny) I have given a couple of people the “save the shepherd”
website details so hopefully there might be another home for
another dog.
He is still a little protective on lead, but mostly now will sit
nicely while I chat... Just loves other dogs and no longer does
his block... so he’s settled really well... He is such a smoodge...
will do anything for praise or a cuddle and is so affectionate.
He is very obedient and tries very hard to get our approval
which has made him very easy to train.
He is not a big eater... loves his bones and “our food” but not
so keen on the dry dog food – currently on Eukanumba... He
got a serving of eggs, Christmas ham and hash browns for
breakfast Christmas day, so I guess I know which meal I’d
pick!! He also loves pancakes with yoghurt and grated cheese
over them... so he is not doing it too tough... He is still very
lean, but I know it must be either his metabolism or his build,
cause he gets plenty to eat.
He is just the most delightful dog and we are so happy with
him...
I hope 2010 is a fabulous year for you all and that it is filled
with good health, good friends and many blessing...
Kindest regards,
Melanie, Lachlan, Cruize and Jock...
Our heartfelt thanks must go to Tanya and Andrew of Save A
Shepherd for the tremendous work they do in saving so many
of our wonderful breed. Without them over 170 GSDS would
not be alive today.
Editor – Craig Babbage Ph 9628 7064 or newshepherdnews@optusnet.com.au www.gsdl.info

GSDL Display Team at Pet Expo 2009
Rose Hill Gardens November 2009.
Our Team performed again at Expo as we have in the last
11years. First under the supervision of Laurelle Reilly and
then 7 years with Warren Reed and the last 2 years with
myself and my husband Alan Connors.
We had some help this year from Fay stokes and The Rescue
a Shepherd Team of Hetty Choy, Jo Tucker and Anne Eddens,
talking and giving advice on German Shepherds.
David a paraplegic who has a Rescue Shepherd Noah, came
and visited us at our stall with Noah and talked to the public
also.
Alan as Inspector Moser , “Turner” as Rex and myself as
Nicky the side kick complete with hamburger. “Rex” did
his thing the “Tunnel” and “A Frame” to the delight of the
kids, he had so many photos taken with children and
families it was all over whelming.
So we won 2 days of the Working Dog section. The Grand
Final of the Breed Pageant went to the Poodles.
For The Mock Show section , Two of our Girls and their Long
Coat Shepherds, Carol Hedge and “BJ” and Annette Whiley
and “Mr. Boof” entered. On Saturday Carol and “BJ” won,
and on Sunday Annette and “Mr. Boof ”won. Then “Mr.
Boof” took out the Grand Champion Finals. The judging is
done by the applause of the audience and both these beautiful
long coat boys looked grand.
Our President Graeme Stevenson came along on Sunday with
a Shepherd Pup for the children to pat , which proved to be
very popular with the littlies.
Our displays were once again enjoyed by the Public, Friday’s
are always a bit quiet due to the work commitments.
Saturday and Sunday were excellent. Alan had children from
the audience participating in some of the exercises. This was
fun to see children in the ring with our dogs, lots of pats and
hugs.
Saturday we won the working dog section in the Breed
Pageant with our big German leader (Alan) and four German
Frauleins with their dogs and tambourines.
After a very busy three days and nine times displaying in the
ring, handlers and dogs really exhausted,. Packing up our
displays and stand is the most difficult job and we are so
greatful for the help of Tony Darcy and his son Mathew who
always come on Sundays to help on the stand and stay and
help pack up, and my son Stephen and grandkids that have
come to help also, they have been doing this for the last
3years and they are not members of the League, they do it for
their Mum and Dad.
My great team people and their dogs backed up again the
following Saturday at Engadine Lions Club Fun Day, thanks
to the invite from Fay Samuels, who was a wonderful host to
us all.
A very hot day and once again the Public had their cameras
out, and our dogs so patient with the attention from parents
and children. We had a lovely visit from our old “Boss”
Warren Reed and his wife Silvia, they came up from Surfside
(Batemans Bay) to see us, Silvia like she always did, had
watermelon and cheese and biscuits for us all, their visit was
the “Icing on the cake” I miss them dearly.
Sunday we did a change… Wayne the announcer introduced
the German Shepherds as three team members walked in with
their dogs and the flag..He then said “Look everybody we
have an International Star Inspector Rex is here”…well the
Cheers Judy Connors
children went wild shouting and clapping,
Editor – Craig Babbage Ph 9628 7064 or newshepherdnews@optusnet.com.au www.gsdl.info

GSDCA National Review folders
Down Memory Lane
AAH, Happy memories of kids long since gone. I am
sure most of us have a nostalgic, funny or magic moment
captured on camera of our furry kids.
This one is - on the left Beychief Tempest CD and
Kittwell Dusty Scorpio CDX. TDX. a mother daughter
team who joined ranks to raise a litter rejected by their
mum after a caesarian section.
The folders are $8.50 each from the
Leagues Merchandising officer
Committee
President Graeme Stevenson 02 9450 1639
Vice President Terry Jarvis 02 9606 5351
Secretary Fay Stokes 02 4777 4241
0401 019 213
123 Whitegates Road
Londonderry 2753
Treasurer Karen Eaton 02 4375 1292
Show Manager Tony D'Arcy 02 9670 1971
0418 618 817
Show Secretary Ann Mackenzie 02 4579 9383
Merchandising John Nolan 02 46308543
0488039858
Point Score Greg Jones 02 4753 6073
Training
Coordinator
Garry Connolly 0415 942 405
Shepherd News Craig Babbage 02 9628 7064
Publicity, Hetty Choy 02 9680 1319
Liaison Officer...
For
Save-A-Shepherd,
Display Team
Puppy Listing Pam Jarvis 02 9606 5351
Membership Lee Baker
02 9627 3310
Registrar
Web Master Fran McAdam 02 9684 1252
State Tattoo
Administrator
Graeme Stevenson 02 9450 1639
Social Secretary Diane D'Arcy 02 9670 1971
HD Administrator Jodie Carroll 0412 980 580
Breed Affairs Fay Stokes 02 4777 4241
0401 019 213
Dusty had milk and adopted the tiny puppies and a few
days later, daughter Tempe came into milk and wanted to
help.
Both these dogs worked in palliative care bringing joy to
many. Some of Tempe's ashes were buried with a patient
who loved her.
Mother and daughter shared nursing duties, swapping
puppies from time to time. It was a lot of fun and the end
result is we permanently "adopted" Tara from the litter.
She went on to become Ch Loramax Taja Euclase CDX
TDX and in 2001 was awarded The Royal Canine
Council of NSW's Hero Of The Year for her work in
Palliative Care.
All have since crossed the Rainbow Bridge, breaking
hearts in the process. But Shepherds are addictive and
whilst wonderful kids cannot be replaced, we tend to all
go and get another one, or two, or more.
How many of you have special memory piccies to share
with the rest of us Shepherd addicts?
PS Loved the Noah story, that one will always be
remembered.
Chris Anderson
Editor – Craig Babbage Ph 9628 7064 or newshepherdnews@optusnet.com.au www.gsdl.info

** GOLDEN JUBILEE PROJECT **
CELEBRATING THE GSDCA’S FIRST FIFTY YEARS!
A complete update and revision of the 1990 publication “A Condensed History of the German
Shepherd Dog in Australia” now out of print.
Advertising Booking Slip
To assist with the planning and funding for this ambitious project, we are seeking your
immediate support via advertising in this prestigious publication, of at least 400 pages.
We are requesting a deposit up front with your booking and the balance will be payable on or
before May 31, 2010.
Colour Advertising Rates: $A Deposit Required $A
* Half page including 1 photo 275 125
* One page including 2 photos 500 150
* Two pages including 4 photos 850 250
* Three pages including 6 photos 1,200 350
* Four pages including 9 photos 1,500 500
(Additional photos are available at $80 each)
Note: Copy & any special instructions accepted any time.
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KENNEL ACHIEVEMENTS: (30 words only) Any of the following to a total of 30 words:
Examples: Hip and elbow achievements (Gold, Silver or Bronze medallions), Numbers
of Breed Surveyed dogs, No of Excellent graded dogs, No of Best in Show winners, No
of Champions, No of Best in Trial Winners, No of Winner of Winner awards, No of
obedience titles achieved, any other relevant titles or achievements.
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BEST DOGS BRED BY KENNEL: Name of no more than 3 dogs registered under the
Kennel Prefix above.
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Demonstration Team Member
Erin Lawrence of St Clair was 10 years old when her mum
and dad decided to add a German Shepherd puppy to their
family of four.
Dad , Shane took the pup, named Max to training class at the
Erskine Park branch of the German Shepherd Dog League.
A year later mum, accompanied by Erin and her younger
brother, Ethan stepped in and took over the training sessions
at the club as dad had become very busy at work.
Erin and her brother would watch from the side lines whilst
mum put Max through his paces under the watchful eye of
instructor, Judy Connors.
For two years, Erin sat and watched and waited!. She was
desperate to have a go at training her beloved Max but
because she was under the age of 12 she was too young to join
the class.
Finally the day came, Erin had turned twelve and there was no
stopping her. It was finally her turn and she took over as
Max’s handler.
Now aged 13, Erin has become a proud member of the
German Shepherd Dog League Demonstration Team and
handled Max to perfection at their first public performance at
the 2009 Pet Expo, held at the Rosehill Race Course in
November.
Erin is a Year 9 student at High School
Magic of an Ear Tattoo
New Years Eve 2009, a German Shepherd Dog suddenly
appeared at the front door of GSDL Members Shane and
Karen Lawrence’s home. Nobody seemed to know the dog,
well cared for and about 4 or 5 years and very friendly, but
a bit anxious.
Karen my friend rang me, saying she can’t find a tattoo
and was trying to contact GSDL to help. One person told
her to take the dog to Ryde Vet Clinic to see if micro
chipped.
I told Karen being New Years Eve most people were
probably partying. Shane her husband said to settle the dog
down and deal with it in the morning, as I don’t want you
driving to Ryde tonight from St Clair.
Next morning Karen rang and told me she found the dog to
be tattooed and what the letters were.
I thought it may be Fran McAdams Prefex so I rang her,
Fran told me the Prefix belonged to Joanne Adams.
So Fran rang Joanne and they were able to contact the dogs
owners who were very distressed by this time. The owner
said her husband was on shift work New Years Eve and
when the Fireworks started she went to let the dog inside
,but he had already escaped.
Due to tattoo’s and compassionate people this story had a
happy ending.
Judy Connors
Hip & Elbow Results
Congratulations
The bags are $2.00 each from the
Leagues Merchandising officer
Aljudan Breeze N Brazen AZ
Sire; *Aimsway Bacchus
Dam; * Aljudan Cracklin Rosie
Mr. A.G & Mrs. J.L.Connors

Coming Events & Important Dates
8 th March
2010
General Meeting
Erskine Park Club House - Judges Voting
20 th March
3 rd & 4 th April
Newcastle & Hunter GSD Club Show & Trial,
Conformation Judges
Dogs Mrs Carol O'Rourke,
Bitches Mr Barry O'Rourke,
Obedience Judge: Mrs J Van Der Vegt
GSDL Easter Championship Show & Trial,
Conformation Judge:
Margit van Dorssen SV,
Bitches Sat 3 rd ,
Dogs 4 th ,
Obedience Judge: Miss M. Fazekas (NSW)
Sunday 4 th
12 th April
30 th April,
1 st & 2 nd May
10 th May
l6 th May
General Meeting
Erskine Park Club House
38th GSD National
Show & Restricted Obedience Trial,
KCC Park, Skye, Victoria
General Meeting
Erskine Park Club House
Breed Survey 11.00 am
Erskine Park Club House
Various Show Leads available from the
Leagues Merchandising officer
Editor – Craig Babbage Ph 9628 7064 or newshepherdnews@optusnet.com.au www.gsdl.info

GSDL Evening Open Show & Obedience Trial
Saturday, 12th December, 2009
Mr Peter Kotevich - Dogs & General Special
Mr Terry Jarvis – Bitches
OPEN DOG & & BEST IN SHOW
*Dellahund Party Prize AZ
OPEN BITCH WINNER & BEST BITCH & RUNNER
UP TO BEST IN SHOW
*Ch. Vladimir Anarchy AZ
INTERMEDIATE DOG
Siobahn Kentucky A Z
INTERMEDIATE BITCH
* Aldaina Bronack AZ
JUNIOR DOG
Andacht Cayo Noris
JUNIOR BITCH
Andacht Zindi

PUPPY DOG
Scheer Billyrimba
PUPPY BITCH
Dellahund Under Wraps
MINOR PUPPY DOG
Treuschutzer Kick The Tin
MINOR PUPPY BITCH
Sundaneka Scandalous
BABY PUPPY DOG
Vladimir Envy This
BABY PUPPY BITCH
Beychief Carousel

CCD OBEDIENCE WINNER
Alncrys Yasmin
OPEN OBEDIENCE WINNER
Druann Dascha UD AZ
UTILITY OBEDIENCE WINNER
Ramorra Montgommery CDX

Breed Survey 14th February, 2010
Sundaneka Okina AZ BS Cl 1
(*Cayos vd Noriswand (Gmy) a Z x *Sundaneka Xanadu A Z)
Owner Ms K Eaton G & K Stevenson
No picture
Breed Survey & Puppy Day
The next Breed Survey will be held on Sunday May
l6th 2010 at the Club Grounds, Erskine Park
commencing ll a.m.
Application forms for Breed Survey can be downloaded
off the website www.gsdl.info or for further
information please contact the Registrar, Pam Jarvis on
96065351.
Puppy Day
Steviejosh Star Del Re AZ BS Cl 1
(*Kwint v Juerikstall (Gmy) a Z x Vanharley Veruschka)
Owner Mrs N Symes & P & D Smith
At the conclusion of the Survey a Puppy Day will be
held where your puppy can join in the fun and
socialisation.
The GSDL Surveyors will be happy to assist you with
any questions you may have.
Come along and watch the Survey then join in the fun
with your puppy.
Canteen
Canteen facilities will be available
Arkku Birkita AZ BS Cl 1
(*Vel Satis v Ersten Platz AZ x Wiesa v Erten Platz AZ)
Owner Mr G Connelly & Miss N McDonald
Fay Stokes
Breed Affairs
Save a Shepherd..... Donations
The GSDL Shop
The GSDL Shop has new stock and more arrives regularly.
We are stocking quality items at the best possible prices.
If you are interested in collars, chains, show collars,
training collars, leads of all types, tug toys, dumb bells,
patches, decals, gate signs, clothing and a whole lot of
other dog related items, it might be worth your while
having a look at what The Shop has to offer.
A price list and further information is available on request
by either sending an email to
germanshepherds@incavale.com or phoning
Merchandising Officer John on
0246308543 or 0488039858.
The Shop is open on speciality show days & breed surveys
and some goods are available for inspection & purchase at
training, if prior arrangements are made.
Dear Members
As some of you know the GSDL provide donations to
assist, Save a Shepherd.
Save a Shepherd, rescue dogs on death row from
pounds and find new, loving homes for them.
The dogs are desexed, vaccinated, micro chipped,
wormed and heart wormed, and any other vet work that
is required is carried out, so that they are fit and healthy
by the time they go to their new homes.
To make a donation to help with the GSDL support of
Save a Shepherd.
Please make your cheques or money orders payable
to GSDL Inc.
Send your donation to
The Secretary Fay Stokes
123 Whitegates Road Londonderry 2753
Phone 4777 4241
Editor – Craig Babbage Ph 9628 7064 or newshepherdnews@optusnet.com.au www.gsdl.info

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